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Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

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DGAPipelineFairway Driver8/5/0/2
Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver8/5/0/2

Pipeline vs Rain

These 2 fairway drivers share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Height1.5 vs 1.7 cm (-0.2)PlasticsPipeline 11 vs Rain 0PricePipeline is cheaper ($4.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DGAPipelineFairway Driver
Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Pipeline
8
Rain
8
GlideStays aloft
Pipeline
5
Rain
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Pipeline
0
Rain
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Pipeline
2
Rain
2
Specifications
Spec
DGA
Pipeline
Essential Discs
Rain
Flight rating
8/5/0/2
8/5/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
40/100
40/100
Est. carry
350 ft
350 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Everyone
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.4 cm
21.3 cm
Height
1.5 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.8 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
174 g
164 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$21.99
The Verdict

Pipeline or Rain?

The Pipeline and Rain fly almost identically (8/5/0/2). Go with the Pipeline - it offers more plastic and weight options (11 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Pipeline: OverstableRain: Overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Pipeline
$17.99
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Rain
$21.99
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FAQ

Is the Pipeline or Rain more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +2) - turn 0/0, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Pipeline or Rain?

Both rate the same for beginners (40/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Pipeline and Rain?

The Pipeline and Rain fly almost identically (8/5/0/2). Go with the Pipeline - it offers more plastic and weight options (11 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Pipeline or Rain?

The Pipeline is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $21.99.

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DGA Pipeline vs Essential Discs Rain: Flight Numbers Compared